AYODHAYA TO AYUTTHAYA: A Relationship Transcending Faith and Time

by Neeraj Vashisth

“The book has comprehensively unearthed historical, political, religious connections between  yodhaya and Ayutthaya, two historical cities in India and Thailand, respectively. Neeraj traveled across Thailand to dig out symbiotic relationship between India and Thailand since Ashoka sent
his first mission to Suvrnabhumi in 3rd century BC to contemporary times.
Why Gurudev Tagore undertook an unplanned journey to Thailand in 1927, and why Netaji planned a journey to Thailand in 1943? How a small Chinese tea shop in Thailand fanned the idea of Indian National Army during WWII? Experience of traveling on ‘Death Railway’, life of a Lady Boy, Thai rituals and rites, are brought live to the Reader”

298 pages, Paperback

Published July 11, 2024

Reviews

[sam♡ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ahhh finally done reading it and I can't explain how much I enjoyed reading this. And this is coming from someone who don't like history books btw. The writing is awesome and detailed; very apprehensive and thorough. Can't really believe this is my fifth 5 star read of the year; or guess I'm just lucky :-)

[Rohit Raj · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent book which provides details about the history of Thailand and her deep rooted connections with India. It was fascinating to read about the critical role played by Thailand in the shaping of the Indian National Army by Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose about which there is very little mention in Indian history. The book is about the author's journey around Thailand and his quest to find out about Thailand's history and his interactions with people all around the country. The writing is easy to understand and it feels that one can see through the author's eyes about his experiences. This book covers some important aspects from Indian history also and is highly recommended for everyone.

[Neeraj Vashisth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome read ! Do pick up for simply seeing ease with which the story flows